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Book Bites March 2025: Atomic Habits

This Month's Selection: Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear The twenty-second in a series of Better Impact Book Bites A...

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Volunteer Management Training: An Overview & Top Resources

If your nonprofit relies on volunteers to further its mission, engaging them effectively should be a top priority. However, you may be wondering...

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18 Best Volunteer Management Software Tools for Nonprofits

Volunteers are the lifeblood of many nonprofit organizations. By dedicating their time, energy, and skills, these individuals help nonprofits fulfill...

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Mastering Volunteer Management: The Ultimate Nonprofit Guide

Volunteers serve as the backbone of many successful nonprofits, contributing their time, expertise, and passion to further important missions....

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CAVS: The Gold Standard in Healthcare Volunteer Leadership

In a world where volunteerism continues to shape healthcare communities, professional certifications in volunteer management are becoming a key asset...

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Book Bites December 2024: Traction

Why This Book: During my job search, many postings listed “has an entrepreneurial spirit” as a skill. Funny enough, when out at dinner with a group...

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Recharge and Review Your Volunteer Program for the Year Ahead

As the winter months settle in and activities slow down, transitioning into preparation for the year ahead, it may be the ideal time for those...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage

This Month's Selection: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage, by Don Peppers and Martha Rogers, Ph.D. The twentieth in a series of...

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Four productivity tips for Volunteer Engagement Professionals

Being a Volunteer Engagement Professional can be demanding. We are constantly balancing the needs of our volunteers, our colleagues, our bosses, our...

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How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority

This Month's Selection: How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority, by Clay Scroggins (Author), Andy Stanley...

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